U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that he will embark on a five-state RV tour, titled the “Back to Our Roots” Tour, to gather input on the 2018 Farm Bill and increasing rural prosperity. AlongRead More...
Mark your calender’s for Wednesday May 9th when we hear from wetland experts across the region as they overview the impact agricultural activities have on wetland flora and fauna and the value of wetlands in agriculturalRead More...
This event is for farmers seeking practical insights on how to make conservation work while keeping their farms profitable – whether you are just curious about conservation or you’ve already gotten started. You will learn fromRead More...
This workshop will help individuals learn about what’s in poultry litter, how it can contribute to crop fertility, and what management practices can minimize environmental risks. Poultry production is new to Nebraska and the Nebraska ExtensionRead More...
A Matter of Balance: Conservation Agriculture in Uncertain Times (Bringing Conservation Science to Practice) Modern crop and livestock systems are complex, and the management of these systems requires continuous adaptation and change in practices and strategies.Read More...
Tom's goal is to improve the soil on his family's century farm. To do this, he has been working with neighbors Jim Funke, Jon Merrill, and Conner Allender to integrate cattle, sheep, and poultry into hisRead More...
Join the North Central Climate Collaborative for their next webinar Conservation Drainage – Managing Water for the Future featuring John McMaine. Tile drainage is widespread throughout the Midwest. As weather patterns continue to shift toward moreRead More...